About this Job Notification
Posted on: 28-08-2025 | Ends On: 09-10-2025 |
Class: PSU Jobs | |
Qualifications: Graduates (B.Com.), Graduates (BA), Graduates (BSC), Graduates (BVSC), Engineers (Aerospace), Engineers (Agricultural), Engineers (Automobile), Engineers (Biotechnology), Engineers (Chemical), Engineers (Civil), Engineers (CS/IT), Engineers (Electrical), Engineers (Electronics), Engineers (Electronics and Communication), Engineers (Food Technology), Engineers (Instrumentation), Engineers (Mechanical), Engineers (Others), Engineers (Power), Engineers (Telecommunication), Engineers (Textile) | |
Experience Type: Fresher | |
Tenure Type: Permanent | |
States: Andhra Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Bihar, Chhattisgarh, Delhi, Goa, Gujarat, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, Jammu and Kashmir, Jharkhand, Karnataka, Kerala, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Orissa, Punjab, Rajasthan, Sikkim, Tamil Nadu, Telangana, Tripura, Uttaranchal, West Bengal, Union Territories |
GATE 2026 (Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering) Posts Online Application
Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati has invited applications from eligible candidates for the Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE 2026). Candidates meeting the required eligibility conditions must submit their applications online by 28-09-2025. While applying, applicants should provide accurate personal and academic details. A valid personal email address and mobile number are compulsory for completing the registration process.
GATE is a national-level examination conducted in collaboration by the Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bangalore, and the seven Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs) situated in Bombay, Delhi, Guwahati, Kanpur, Kharagpur, Madras, and Roorkee. The examination is organized on behalf of the National Coordination Board (NCB)-GATE, under the Department of Higher Education, Ministry of Education, Government of India.
Vacancies & Eligibility Criteria:
Qualifying Degree | Qualifying Degree/Examination (Descriptive) | Degree Status |
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B.E./ B.Tech./ B.Pharm. | Bachelor's degree in Engineering / Technology (4 years after 10+2 or 3 years after B.Sc. / Diploma in Engineering / Technology) | Currently in the 3rd year or higher or already completed |
B. Arch. | Bachelor's degree of Architecture (5-year course) / Naval Architecture (4- year course) / Planning (4- year course) | Currently in the 3rd year or higher or already completed |
B.Sc. (Research)/ B.S. | Bachelors degree in Science (Post-Diploma/ 4 years after 10+2) | Currently in the 3rd year or higher or already completed |
M. Sc./ M.A./MCA or equivalent | Masters degree in any branch of Science/Mathematics / Statistics/Computer Applications or equivalent | Currently in the final year or already completed |
Int. M.E./ M.Tech (Post-B.Sc.) | Post-BSc Integrated Masters degree programs in Engineering / Technology (Four year program) | Currently in the 1st / 2nd/3rd/4th year or already completed |
Int. M.E./ M.Tech./M.Pharm. or Dual Degree (after Diploma or 10+2) | Integrated Masters degree program or Dual Degree program in Engineering / Technology (Five year program) | Currently in the 3rd /4th/5th year or already completed |
Int. M.Sc/ Int. B.S.-M.S. | Integrated M.Sc. or 5-year integrated B.S.-M.S. program | Currently in the 3rd year or higher or already completed |
Professional Society Examination (equivalent to B.E./B.Tech./B.Arch.) | B.E./B.Tech./B.Arch. equivalent examinations of Professional Societies, recognized by MoE/UPSC/AICTE (e.g. AMIE by Institution of EngineersIndia, AMICE by the Institute of Civil Engineers-India and so on) | Completed Section A or equivalent of such professional courses |
Pharm. D. (after 10+2) | 6 years program, consisting of internship or residency training during sixth year | Currently in the 4th/ 5th/6th year or already completed |
Professional Society Examinations (equivalent to B.E./B.Tech. / B.Arch.) | B.E./B.Tech./B.Arch. equivalent examinations of Professional Societies, recognized by MoE/UPSC/AICTE (e.g. AMIE by Institution of EngineersIndia, AMICE by the Institute of Civil Engineers-India and so on) | Completed Section A or equivalent of such professional courses |
M.B.B.S. / B.D.S. / B.V.Sc. | Degree holders of M.B.B.S. / B.D.S. / B.V.Sc. and those who are in the 5th, 6th, 7th or higher semester of such program. | 5 th, 6th, 7th or higher semester or already completed |
* candidates are advised to check the official notice for more details.
Dates to Consider:
Closing Date of REGULAR online registration/application process (Without Late Fee) : 28-09-2025.
Closing Date of EXTENDED online registration/application process (With Late Fee) : 09-10-2025
GATE 2026 Examinations : Feb 07, 08, 14 & 15, 2026
Mode of Recruitment :
The GATE examination is held in a Computer Based Test format at designated centers, ensuring a standardized and efficient evaluation process. Candidates are required to select their subject from a list of 30 available papers. The test is conducted entirely in the English language and spans a duration of three hours. Each paper is thoughtfully structured to test multiple cognitive abilities including conceptual understanding, application, analysis, and problem-solving.
Particulars | Details |
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Mode of Examination | The examination will be conducted as a Computer Based Test (CBT), meaning candidates will take it on a computer at an authorized test center. |
Language of Examination | The test will be administered entirely in the English language. |
Duration | The exam duration is three hours, providing sufficient time to answer all questions. |
Number of Papers (Subjects) | There are a total of 30 papers available for selection, and candidates must choose the one corresponding to their field of study. |
Sections | The exam consists of two main sections: a compulsory General Aptitude section and a subject-specific section chosen by the candidate. |
Types of Questions | The paper includes Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ) with one correct answer, Multiple Select Questions (MSQ) with multiple possible answers, and Numerical Answer Type (NAT) questions requiring a numerical response. |
Test of Abilities | Questions are designed to evaluate understanding, application of concepts, analytical skills, and the ability to synthesize ideas effectively. |
Number of Questions | Each paper contains a total of 65 questions, with 10 from the General Aptitude section and 55 from the chosen subject. |
Distribution of Marks | The total marks for each paper are 100, divided as 15 marks for General Aptitude, 13 marks for Engineering Mathematics, and 72 marks for the subject-specific questions. The XE paper includes 15 marks dedicated to Engineering Mathematics. |
Marking Scheme and Negative Marking | Each question carries either 1 or 2 marks. Incorrect answers to MCQs result in negative marking: one-third deduction for a 1-mark MCQ and two-thirds deduction for a 2-mark MCQ. MSQs and NAT questions have no negative or partial marking. |
Understanding this detailed structure and marking scheme helps candidates plan their preparation strategy efficiently and improves their chances of scoring well in the examination. Careful attention to each section and question type is essential for success in GATE 2026.
Fee Structure :
Gender / Category | Regular period | Extended period |
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Female/SC/ST/PwD | 1000/- | 1500/- |
Other candidates | 2000/- | 2500/- |
Application fees can be paid online using debit card, credit card, net banking.
How to Apply :
Those interested in the mentioned vacancies in Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) may apply using the official online application system before 09-10-2025. No printed form is to be sent now. Keep a copy of the submitted form. Further instructions will be shared with shortlisted candidates.
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